Off-planOff-plan building · Emaar
South Ridge 1, Downtown Dubai
Highlights
South Ridge 1 at a glance
About South Ridge 1
South Ridge 1 is a mixed-use building in Downtown Dubai, Dubai, developed by Emaar. It holds about 190 units: 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments, commercial units. Depending on the unit, windows look out over Burj Khalifa and Community.
11 units changed hands in the last 12 months, registered with the Dubai Land Department. Recent sales went through at a median of AED 2,115 per sq ft.
South Ridge 1 is one of 164 buildings in Downtown Dubai: 70 are complete and 17 are still being built.
South Ridge Tower Dubai is a six-storey residential complex located in Downtown Dubai comprising of six buildings. The project is a development by Emaar and provides one to four bedroom apartments and penthouses. Residents enjoy close proximity to the wonders of Downtown Dubai, including The Dubai Mall and Souk Al Bahar. South Ridge offers views of The Old Town and the creek.
South Ridge Tower 1 is 44 storey's high.
The South Ridge Tower 1 - Facilities & Amenities
- Gym
- Swimming pool
- Children’s wading pool & play area
- Squash and badminton courts
- Golf simulator
The South Ridge Tower – Location
- Located on Al Asayel Street with close proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road
- Minutes away from The Dubai Mall
- Close proximity to restaurants, cafés and Choithram’s supermarket
In a nutshell
- A mixed-use off-plan building
- Located in Downtown Dubai, Dubai
- Developed by Emaar
- Unit types: 1 Bed, 2 Beds, 3 Beds, Commercial
- Sizes from 640 to 3,620 sq ft
- Views: Burj Khalifa, Community
- Service charge from AED 11.07 per sq ft
- Business Bay metro station 1.7 km away
- Status
- Off-plan
- Developer
- Emaar
- Location
- Downtown Dubai, Dubai
- Unit types
- 1 Bed, 2 Beds, 3 Beds, Commercial
- Prices from
- AED 404.0K
- Median price per sq ft
- AED 2,115
- Median gross yield
- 4.7%
- Service charge
- AED 16.74 per sq ft (2021)
- Nearest metro
- Burj Khalifa Road, 0.6 km
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Building details
Inside South Ridge 1
Properties in South Ridge 1
1-bedroom apartments in South Ridge 1
There are about 73 of these in South Ridge 1, from 910 to 1,080 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 1.8M, or AED 1,830 per sq ft.
2-bedroom apartments in South Ridge 1
There are about 76 of these in South Ridge 1, from 1,460 to 2,360 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 3.2M, or AED 2,110 per sq ft. Owners who resold made a median 8% over what they paid.
3-bedroom apartments in South Ridge 1
There are about 39 of these in South Ridge 1, from 1,960 to 3,620 sq ft. They have recently sold for a median of AED 5.4M, or AED 2,550 per sq ft.
Commercial units in South Ridge 1
There are about 2 of these in South Ridge 1, from 640 to 3,300 sq ft. None has sold recently enough to quote a price.
| Unit type | Units | Size | Median price | Median rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | 73 | 910 sqft84.5 sqmt – 1,080 sqft100.3 sqmt | AED 1.8M | AED 105K |
| 2 Beds | 76 | 1,460 sqft135.6 sqmt – 2,360 sqft219.3 sqmt | AED 3.2M | AED 165K |
| 3 Beds | 39 | 1,960 sqft182.1 sqmt – 3,620 sqft336.3 sqmt | AED 5.4M | AED 110K |
| Commercial | 2 | 640 sqft59.5 sqmt – 3,300 sqft306.6 sqmt | No recent sales | – |
Sale trends in South Ridge 1
Median sale price
AED 3.4M
Median per sq ft
AED 2,115
Median gross yield
4.7%
Price ranges from the most recent registered sales, by unit type:
- 2-bedroom apartments: AED 2.5M to AED 4.2M (1,488 to 1,635 sq ft), across 9 sales
- 1-bedroom apartments: AED 1.8M to AED 1.9M (915 to 1,060 sq ft), across 6 sales
- 3-bedroom apartments: AED 3.5M to AED 6.1M (1,974 to 2,102 sq ft), across 5 sales
Rental trends in South Ridge 1
1-bedroom homes in South Ridge 1 were let for AED 100.0K to AED 120.0K a year across 6 recent contracts, with a median of AED 105.0K.
Yearly rents from recent registered contracts, by unit type:
- 1-bedroom apartments: AED 100.0K to AED 120.0K a year (915 to 1,060 sq ft), across 6 contracts
- 2-bedroom apartments: AED 160.0K to AED 175.0K a year (1,491 to 1,635 sq ft), across 4 contracts
- 3-bedroom apartments: AED 110.0K a year (2,102 sq ft)
Recent transactions in South Ridge 1
| LocationStatus and unit | PricePer sqftPer sqmt | SpecsSize and bedrooms | DateSold by |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 1,800,000AED 1,967 /sqftAED 21,173 /sqmt | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 6,130,000AED 2,916 /sqftAED 31,388 /sqmt | 2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 5,350,000AED 2,545 /sqftAED 27,394 /sqmt | 2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 1,770,000AED 1,934 /sqftAED 20,817 /sqmt | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,025,000AED 2,029 /sqftAED 21,840 /sqmt | 1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 1,825,000AED 1,722 /sqftAED 18,535 /sqmt | 1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 Bed | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,516,934AED 1,782 /sqftAED 19,181 /sqmt | 1,974 sqft183.4 sqmt3 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 4,150,000AED 2,538 /sqftAED 27,319 /sqmt | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,250,000AED 2,180 /sqftAED 23,465 /sqmt | 1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,050,000AED 2,050 /sqftAED 22,066 /sqmt | 1,488 sqft138.2 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,800,000AED 2,549 /sqftAED 27,437 /sqmt | 1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 2,500,000AED 1,670 /sqftAED 17,976 /sqmt | 1,497 sqft139.1 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 1,825,000AED 1,995 /sqftAED 21,474 /sqmt | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,825,000AED 2,339 /sqftAED 25,177 /sqmt | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 1,900,000AED 1,981 /sqftAED 21,323 /sqmt | 959 sqft89.1 sqmt1 Bed | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 4,950,000AED 2,355 /sqftAED 25,349 /sqmt | 2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 5,900,000AED 2,807 /sqftAED 30,214 /sqmt | 2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 1,935,000AED 1,825 /sqftAED 19,644 /sqmt | 1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 Bed | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,650,000AED 2,232 /sqftAED 24,025 /sqmt | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiReadyApartment | AED 3,750,000AED 2,294 /sqftAED 24,692 /sqmt | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | Owner |
South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 1.8M
AED 1,967 /sqftAED 21,173 /sqmt
ReadyApartment915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedOwner6 Nov 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 6.1M
AED 2,916 /sqftAED 31,388 /sqmt
ReadyApartment2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 BedsOwner12 Oct 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 5.4M
AED 2,545 /sqftAED 27,394 /sqmt
ReadyApartment2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 BedsOwner17 Aug 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 1.8M
AED 1,934 /sqftAED 20,817 /sqmt
ReadyApartment915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedOwner27 Jul 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3M
AED 2,029 /sqftAED 21,840 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 BedsOwner22 Jul 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 1.8M
AED 1,722 /sqftAED 18,535 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 BedOwner25 Jun 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.5M
AED 1,782 /sqftAED 19,181 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,974 sqft183.4 sqmt3 BedsOwner11 Jun 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 4.2M
AED 2,538 /sqftAED 27,319 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedsOwner24 Apr 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.3M
AED 2,180 /sqftAED 23,465 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 BedsOwner15 Apr 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.1M
AED 2,050 /sqftAED 22,066 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,488 sqft138.2 sqmt2 BedsOwner11 Mar 2026South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.8M
AED 2,549 /sqftAED 27,437 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 BedsOwner28 Nov 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 2.5M
AED 1,670 /sqftAED 17,976 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,497 sqft139.1 sqmt2 BedsOwner17 Nov 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 1.8M
AED 1,995 /sqftAED 21,474 /sqmt
ReadyApartment915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedOwner5 Nov 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.8M
AED 2,339 /sqftAED 25,177 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedsOwner23 Sept 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 1.9M
AED 1,981 /sqftAED 21,323 /sqmt
ReadyApartment959 sqft89.1 sqmt1 BedOwner16 Sept 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 5M
AED 2,355 /sqftAED 25,349 /sqmt
ReadyApartment2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 BedsOwner11 Sept 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 5.9M
AED 2,807 /sqftAED 30,214 /sqmt
ReadyApartment2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 BedsOwner25 Aug 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 1.9M
AED 1,825 /sqftAED 19,644 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 BedOwner1 Jul 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.7M
AED 2,232 /sqftAED 24,025 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedsOwner10 Jun 2025South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 3.8M
AED 2,294 /sqftAED 24,692 /sqmt
ReadyApartment1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedsOwner3 Jun 2025
| LocationContract and unit | Annual rentAED a year | SpecsSize and bedrooms | Contract dateStart – End |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 165,000 | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 165,000 | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentRenewal | AED 100,000 | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentRenewal | AED 110,000 | 2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 Beds | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 100,000 | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 115,000 | 1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 Bed | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentRenewal | AED 109,992 | 1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 Bed | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 100,000 | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentRenewal | AED 120,000 | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 160,000 | 1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 Beds | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentNew contract | AED 50,000 | 2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 Beds | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentRenewal | AED 175,000 | 1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 Beds | to |
| South Ridge 1, Downtown DubaiApartmentRenewal | AED 52,500 | 915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bed | to |
South Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 165K/yr
ApartmentNew contract1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedstoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 165K/yr
ApartmentNew contract1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedstoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 100K/yr
ApartmentRenewal915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedtoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 110K/yr
ApartmentRenewal2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 BedstoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 100K/yr
ApartmentNew contract915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedtoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 115K/yr
ApartmentNew contract1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 BedtoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 110K/yr
ApartmentRenewal1,060 sqft98.5 sqmt1 BedtoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 100K/yr
ApartmentNew contract915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedtoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 120K/yr
ApartmentRenewal915 sqft85 sqmt1 BedtoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 160K/yr
ApartmentNew contract1,491 sqft138.5 sqmt2 BedstoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 50K/yr
ApartmentNew contract2,102 sqft195.3 sqmt3 BedstoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 175K/yr
ApartmentRenewal1,635 sqft151.9 sqmt2 BedstoSouth Ridge 1
Downtown Dubai
AED 52.5K/yr
ApartmentRenewal915 sqft85 sqmt1 Bedto
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Service charges in South Ridge 1
The 2021 service charge in South Ridge 1 is AED 16.74 per sq ft for homes, AED 11.07 per sq ft for shops. It is paid yearly by the owner, covers upkeep, security and shared areas, and is set by the building’s owners association and registered with the Dubai Land Department.
| Unit type | Rate per sq ft | Size | Yearly charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed Apartment (2021) | AED 16.74 | 910 sqft84.5 sqmt – 1,080 sqft100.3 sqmt | AED 15,233 – AED 18,079 |
| 2 Beds Apartment (2021) | AED 16.74 | 1,460 sqft135.6 sqmt – 2,360 sqft219.3 sqmt | AED 24,440 – AED 39,506 |
| 3 Beds Apartment (2021) | AED 16.74 | 1,960 sqft182.1 sqmt – 3,620 sqft336.3 sqmt | AED 32,810 – AED 60,599 |
| Retail (2021) | AED 11.07 | 640 sqft59.5 sqmt – 3,300 sqft306.6 sqmt | AED 7,085 – AED 36,531 |
Source: Dubai Land Department service charge index. Rates are reviewed each year.
Nearby amenities
Around South Ridge 1
Transportation near South Ridge 1
The nearest Dubai Metro station from South Ridge 1 is Business Bay (red line, 1.7 km, about 5 min drive), then Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall (red line, 1.8 km, about 6 min drive). Stations planned on new lines nearby include Burj Khalifa Road (golden line, 0.6 km, about 7 min walk) and District 1 near High Speed Rail line (golden line, 1.2 km, about 14 min walk). Most residents will drive or take a taxi to the metro.
- Burj Khalifa RoadGolden line · 0.6 km · about 7 min walk
- District 1 near High Speed Rail lineGolden line · 1.2 km · about 14 min walk
- Business BayRed line · 1.7 km · about 5 min drive
- Business Bay InterchangeGolden line · 1.7 km · about 5 min drive
- Burj Khalifa/Dubai MallRed line · 1.8 km · about 6 min drive
- Financial CentreRed line · 2.7 km · about 7 min drive
Shopping and groceries near South Ridge 1
The closest is Spinneys / south bridge downtowne Dubai, 0 km from South Ridge 1 (about 2 min walk).
- Spinneys / south bridge downtowne DubaiSupermarket · 0 km · about 2 min walk
- Spinneys / EMAAR Boulevard, Downtown DubaiSupermarket · 0.8 km · about 10 min walk
- Al Maya / 8 Boulevard Walk, Downtown DubaiSupermarket · 0.8 km · about 10 min walk
- Dubai MallShopping Mall · 1.2 km · about 14 min walk
- Choitram, The Executive TowersSupermarket · 1.3 km · about 5 min drive
Restaurants and hotels near South Ridge 1
The closest is Vida Hotels and Resorts, 0.5 km from South Ridge 1 (about 6 min walk).
- Vida Hotels and ResortsHotel · 0.5 km · about 6 min walk
- Al Manzil HotelHotel · 0.5 km · about 6 min walk
- Qamardeen HotelHotel · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
- The Address HotelHotel · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
- Maward RestaurantRestaurant · 0.9 km · about 11 min walk
Hospitals and clinics near South Ridge 1
The closest is Al Amal Hospital, 2.7 km from South Ridge 1 (about 7 min drive).
- Al Amal HospitalHospital · 2.7 km · about 7 min drive
- Medcare HospitalHospital · 3.5 km · about 9 min drive
- Internationl Medical CenterHospital · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
- Emirates HospitalHospital · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
- Manchester ClinicHospital · 4.7 km · about 11 min drive
Parks and leisure near South Ridge 1
The closest is Dubai Bowling Centre, 2.5 km from South Ridge 1 (about 7 min drive).
- Dubai Bowling CentreSports Academy · 2.5 km · about 7 min drive
- Al Quoz Pond ParkPark · 2.6 km · about 7 min drive
- Safa ParkPark · 3.1 km · about 8 min drive
- Falcon Heritage and Sports CentreSports Academy · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
- Falcon Centre and Cultural SportsSports Academy · 4.1 km · about 10 min drive
Schools near South Ridge 1
The nearest is GEMS Our Own Indian School, 2.3 km away. Ratings are the KHDA's latest inspection grades.
- GEMS Our Own Indian SchoolIndian · KHDA: Very good · 2.3 km
- Global Indian International School L.L.CIndian · KHDA: Good · 2.4 km
- Dubai International Private School - BrAmerican · KHDA: Good · 2.4 km
- Japanese SchoolJapanese · KHDA: Good · 2.4 km
- Iranian Towheed Boys SchoolIranian - International Baccalaureate · KHDA: Good · 2.5 km
- JSS Private School L.L.CIndian · KHDA: Very good · 2.5 km
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Things to consider about South Ridge 1
In its favour
- Owners who resold have made money: a median gain of up to 8%.
- Several schools within 3 km.
Worth checking
- The nearest running metro station is 1.7 km away, so a car helps.
- Still being built: the handover date can move, and the price is paid in stages before you get the keys.
Specialists
Brokers who know South Ridge 1
These brokers handle sales and lettings in South Ridge 1 and can tell you what is available now.

Khalid Abdul-Hadi
Senior Property Advisor

Nazik Oskonova
Associate Director
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